How long do temporary benefits last?

TTD benefits continue up to 104 weeks; may be extended in certain cases. Once you reach MMI, temporary benefits typically end.

What are permanent partial disability benefits?

Yes; impairment income benefits based on whole-body impairment rating assigned at MMI [§ 408.121]. These benefits compensate you for lasting impairment after reaching MMI.

Is medical treatment covered?

All reasonable and necessary medical treatment causally related to your work injury is covered. Employee selects treating doctor from the DWC-approved doctor list [§ 408.022].

Topic guideUpdated 2026-02-27

Texas Workers' Comp Benefits — TTD, PPD & Medical Coverage

Q: How is my weekly benefit amount calculated?

TTD benefits are calculated at 70% of average weekly wage for first 26 weeks, then 75% for low-wage earners; maximum rate set annually by DWC, subject to the state's maximum weekly benefit amount.

Q: Are death benefits available?

Yes. 75% of average weekly wage to eligible dependents; burial benefits up to statutory maximum [§ 408.181].

Temporary total disability, permanent partial disability, death benefits, and medical treatment under Texas workers' comp law.

Texas workers' compensation provides several types of benefits to injured workers.

Temporary Total Disability (TTD)

If you are completely unable to work due to your injury, you may receive TTD benefits at 70% of average weekly wage for first 26 weeks, then 75% for low-wage earners; maximum rate set annually by DWC. TTD continues up to 104 weeks; may be extended in certain cases.

Permanent Partial Disability (PPD)

Yes; impairment income benefits based on whole-body impairment rating assigned at MMI §408.121. PPD benefits compensate you for lasting impairment after you reach Maximum medical improvement.

	Details
TTD Rate	70% of average weekly wage for first 26 weeks, then 75% for low-wage earners; maximum rate set annually by DWC
TTD Duration	Up to 104 weeks; may be extended in certain cases
PPD	Yes; impairment income benefits based on whole-body impairment rating assigned at MMI §408.121
Death Benefits	75% of average weekly wage to eligible dependents; burial benefits up to statutory maximum §408.181

Death Benefits

If a workplace injury results in death, dependents may receive 75% of average weekly wage to eligible dependents; burial benefits up to statutory maximum §408.181.

Medical Benefits

All reasonable and necessary medical treatment for the work-related injury is covered. Employee selects treating doctor from the DWC-approved doctor list §408.022.

Maximum Medical Improvement (MMI)

Maximum medical improvement determined by treating doctor or DWC-designated doctor; triggers impairment income benefits and closure of temporary income benefits. Once you reach MMI, your temporary benefits typically end and any permanent impairment is evaluated.

✓If you believe your benefits have been calculated incorrectly or terminated prematurely, consult with a workers' compensation attorney to review your options.

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Quick checklist (Workers’ Compensation)

Gather these before your first consultation.

Incident report

(employer report, date/time of injury)

Medical records

(doctor visits, diagnoses, treatment plans)

Wage documentation

(pay stubs, tax returns, employment records)

General preparation tips only. Specific needs depend on your state and claim type.

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